Is that correct? 

Thanks for your replies!

@Patti Robertson that’s correct.

@Mark Cruse you are so correct.

Thanks for your reply.

I don't think they have a moral duty to do anything as the market will tell them if they're doing their job correctly or not. 

You are however likely correct if all top plates are single 2 X 4.

But if you are just offering advice (and from what you laid out, very sound advice), then the most prudent thing would likely be to step back and let them come to the realization that you are correct on their own terms.

I believe that you are thinking correctly but I do not see your numbers coming out. 

Some properties are priced correctly but just get lots of lookers who aren't serious about moving.